This specialist diabetes nurse post sits within Banbury Cross Health Centre, run by Principal Medical Limited, a GP federation. The core of the work is specialist assessment and medicines management, including insulin, for people with type 1, type 2 and other forms of diabetes. The post also trains and advises GPs and practice nurses, and takes on high-risk patients from practice registers. Candidates need NMC registration, a postgraduate diabetes qualification and substantial post-registration diabetes experience.
What the job involves
- Provide specialist assessment and management for patients with type 1, type 2, gestational and other forms of diabetes, including LADA, MODY, steroid, secondary and drug-induced diabetes
- Carry out comprehensive reviews covering glycaemic control, HbA1c, cardiovascular risk, medication optimisation and lifestyle, including deprescribing where appropriate
- Initiate and titrate diabetes medication, including insulin where appropriately trained
- Identify and manage acute issues such as hypoglycaemia, hyperglycaemia and DKA risk, giving safety-netting and sick-day advice
- Monitor patients for long-term complications, including cardiovascular, kidney disease, neuropathy and retinopathy
- Support use of CGM and flash glucose monitoring and interpret glucose monitoring data
- Deliver personalised education on self-management, diet, weight, physical activity, glucose monitoring, medication adherence and digital literacy
- Provide specialist advice and training to GPs, practice nurses and healthcare assistants, supporting insulin initiation and complex regimens
- Identify high-risk patients through practice diabetes registers and manage them proactively with personalised care plans
- Work with endocrinology, dietitians, podiatrists, pharmacists and community teams, and facilitate referrals to secondary care
- Take part in clinical audit, quality improvement and development of diabetes care pathways and integrated services
- Support inpatient diabetes management, consult with ward staff, and mentor junior nursing staff and students
What’s required
Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification in diabetes care
- Evidence of continuing professional development in diabetes care
Registration & licences
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Experience
- Post-registration experience in diabetes management
- Experience working in primary care or community nursing
- Experience managing patients with complex diabetes
- Experience in patient education, lifestyle support and chronic disease management
- Minimum 23 years of clinical experience in diabetes (as printed)
Skills & knowledge
- Advanced understanding of diabetes management in community settings
- Insulin therapy initiation and adjustment
- Interpreting blood glucose and continuous glucose monitoring data
- Communicating complex health information clearly to patients and clinicians, with motivational interviewing and behaviour change skills
- Autonomous assessment, management and clinical decision-making for complex cases
Other
- Clinical role model who mentors nurses and healthcare assistants, encourages best practice across GP practices and PCNs, and contributes to service improvement
- Empathy, shared decision-making, awareness of psychological, social and cultural factors, and maintaining dignity and confidentiality
- Working effectively in primary care multidisciplinary teams, valuing other professions, supporting integrated care and contributing to team discussions
Nice to have
- Independent prescribing qualification
- Advanced clinical assessment training
- Certification in insulin pump therapy or diabetes education
- Experience in research, audit or service development
- Experience supporting diabetes registers or population health initiatives
- Experience with insulin pumps or diabetes technology
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Diabetes Nurse in Banbury employer: Banbury Cross Health Centre
Banbury Cross Health Centre is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its staff while serving a diverse patient population. With flexible hours and opportunities for a portfolio career, employees can enjoy a balanced lifestyle while contributing to meaningful healthcare outcomes in the heart of Banbury. The practice fosters professional growth through continuous training and development, ensuring that GPs can thrive in their roles and make a real difference in the community.
Contact Details:
Banbury Cross Health Centre Recruitment Team
